Jhinder Bandi
- 1961
- 1h 43m
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8.1/10
2.7K
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A man from Jhind asks Kolkata resident Gauri to impersonate missing prince Shankar Singh for his coronation. Palace intrigue, romance, and revelations about birthright ensue as Gauri navigat... Read allA man from Jhind asks Kolkata resident Gauri to impersonate missing prince Shankar Singh for his coronation. Palace intrigue, romance, and revelations about birthright ensue as Gauri navigates royal life and danger.A man from Jhind asks Kolkata resident Gauri to impersonate missing prince Shankar Singh for his coronation. Palace intrigue, romance, and revelations about birthright ensue as Gauri navigates royal life and danger.
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Soumitra Chatterjee
- Mayur-vahan
- (as Soumitra Chattopadhyay)
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Good movie
Watching this is a pleasure.
My highly recommendation to the the audiences to just go and watch this extreme power pack movie which gives you goosebumps, well done to the makers and the entire team.
Must watch one and i suggest everyone to watch this movie.its pure magical and classical one to see this one.
My highly recommendation to the the audiences to just go and watch this extreme power pack movie which gives you goosebumps, well done to the makers and the entire team.
Must watch one and i suggest everyone to watch this movie.its pure magical and classical one to see this one.
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Very nice. I recently watched Jhinder Bandi and I must say it's an impressive show that holds your attention from start to finish. The storyline is intriguing, with layers of deception, loyalty, and personal struggle that keep you guessing. The characters are well-developed, and the actors bring depth and sincerity to their roles. I especially appreciated the subtle portrayal of moral conflicts and identity crises.
The cinematography and background score add to the atmosphere, giving it a classic yet timeless feel. At times, the pacing feels a bit slow, but the narrative payoff makes it worth sticking with. Overall, it's a must-watch for those who enjoy drama with psychological depth and rich character arcs.
The cinematography and background score add to the atmosphere, giving it a classic yet timeless feel. At times, the pacing feels a bit slow, but the narrative payoff makes it worth sticking with. Overall, it's a must-watch for those who enjoy drama with psychological depth and rich character arcs.
Movie review
One of the best old movie i seen recently. I enjoyed a lot. It will periodically dram both actors performance was next level. I was enjoyed lot while watching the movie. It gives me 60 vibes.
This kind of movie we need to watch frequentl.
Movie make so good. Actor appt the movie. Totally I love the movie.
This kind of movie we need to watch frequentl.
Movie make so good. Actor appt the movie. Totally I love the movie.
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You've asked about "Super"-and yep, there are actually two notable films with that title, each quite different. Here's a breakdown to help clarify:
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1. Super (2010 American Dark Comedy / Superhero Satire)
Director & Writer: James Gunn
Stars: Rainn Wilson (Frank D'Arbo / Crimson Bolt), Elliot Page (Libby / Boltie), Liv Tyler, Kevin Bacon, Nathan Fillion
Plot: A broken-down fry cook adopts the persona of a vigilante, "Crimson Bolt," to rescue his wife from a drug dealer-armed only with a pipe wrench and misguided drive-soon joined by a chaotic sidekick.
Tone & Themes: A subversive and unsettling take on superhero tropes-gritty, violent, darkly comedic, exploring moral ambiguity and blurred lines between justice and obsession.
Reception:
Box office: Grossed about $593,933 on a $2.5 million budget-modest returns.
Rotten Tomatoes: ~49% critics, mixed reviews; Metacritic: around 50/100.
Cult following: Gaining traction among fans of R-rated, offbeat superhero content as a cult classic.
Fan commentary from Reddit reflects love for its boldness, tone, and Wilson's performance:
> "Rainn Wilson brought so much heart and passion ... emotionally moving..." "Dark, cruel, funny and a little bit out there for a superhero film."
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2. Super (2010 Indian Kannada-Language Political Drama)
Director / Writer / Star: Upendra
Co-star: Nayanthara
Genre: Futuristic political drama with dystopian themes, starring around the year 2030 in India.
Plot: Subash, a successful NRI, takes on the challenge to change India. He returns home, becomes a Chief Minister, and drives civic responsibility, blending political satire with idealism.
Reception: Critically acclaimed for its screenplay, concept, and Upendra's style. Noted for its sharp dialogues, satirical take on politics, and strong performances.
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Spotlight: The American Super (2010) Highlights
Feature Details
Director James Gunn Genre Dark comedy / superhero satire Main Cast Rainn Wilson, Elliot Page, Liv Tyler, Kevin Bacon Plot Summary Ordinary man becomes vigilante Crimson Bolt to save his wife; chock-full of violence and moral complexity.
Tone Violent, darkly comic, unsettling-definitely not mainstream superhero fare.
Critical Reception Mixed - ~49% on Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic ~50/100 Cult Status Gaining fans for its daring approach and Wilson's vivid performance.
Voice of fans from Reddit:
> "Super is entirely street level... because real life gets ugly and messy, so does Super."
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1. Super (2010 American Dark Comedy / Superhero Satire)
Director & Writer: James Gunn
Stars: Rainn Wilson (Frank D'Arbo / Crimson Bolt), Elliot Page (Libby / Boltie), Liv Tyler, Kevin Bacon, Nathan Fillion
Plot: A broken-down fry cook adopts the persona of a vigilante, "Crimson Bolt," to rescue his wife from a drug dealer-armed only with a pipe wrench and misguided drive-soon joined by a chaotic sidekick.
Tone & Themes: A subversive and unsettling take on superhero tropes-gritty, violent, darkly comedic, exploring moral ambiguity and blurred lines between justice and obsession.
Reception:
Box office: Grossed about $593,933 on a $2.5 million budget-modest returns.
Rotten Tomatoes: ~49% critics, mixed reviews; Metacritic: around 50/100.
Cult following: Gaining traction among fans of R-rated, offbeat superhero content as a cult classic.
Fan commentary from Reddit reflects love for its boldness, tone, and Wilson's performance:
> "Rainn Wilson brought so much heart and passion ... emotionally moving..." "Dark, cruel, funny and a little bit out there for a superhero film."
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2. Super (2010 Indian Kannada-Language Political Drama)
Director / Writer / Star: Upendra
Co-star: Nayanthara
Genre: Futuristic political drama with dystopian themes, starring around the year 2030 in India.
Plot: Subash, a successful NRI, takes on the challenge to change India. He returns home, becomes a Chief Minister, and drives civic responsibility, blending political satire with idealism.
Reception: Critically acclaimed for its screenplay, concept, and Upendra's style. Noted for its sharp dialogues, satirical take on politics, and strong performances.
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Spotlight: The American Super (2010) Highlights
Feature Details
Director James Gunn Genre Dark comedy / superhero satire Main Cast Rainn Wilson, Elliot Page, Liv Tyler, Kevin Bacon Plot Summary Ordinary man becomes vigilante Crimson Bolt to save his wife; chock-full of violence and moral complexity.
Tone Violent, darkly comic, unsettling-definitely not mainstream superhero fare.
Critical Reception Mixed - ~49% on Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic ~50/100 Cult Status Gaining fans for its daring approach and Wilson's vivid performance.
Voice of fans from Reddit:
> "Super is entirely street level... because real life gets ugly and messy, so does Super."
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Jhinder Bandi
The story has underwent certain location changes to incorporate the Indian feel about the movie. The princely state of Zenda in Germany becomes Jhind in Rajasthan. And the capital city of Strelsau becomes the City of Joy, Kolkata. But apart from that more or less everything is kept in theme. Uttam Kumar plays the unfortunate king/vagabond who is lured into portraying as the king. Although according to the book and the original Prisoner of Zenda(1937), John Cromwell's classic depicts the king to be lazy, ruthless and harsh Tapan Sinha's version portrayals an innocent naive king who probably happens to be at the wrong place at the wrong time. Soumitra Chatterjee plays the swashbuckling commander-in-chief. Tapan Kumar plays the evil scheming younger prince.
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